Our GLLO focus

Victoria has a diverse population representing many cultures, religions and groups.

Victoria Police is committed to ensuring equality and fairness to the community it serves. Victoria Police has an ongoing commitment to improving its relationship with the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (GLBTI) communities and to addressing specific issues affecting the community.

Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officers play an important role in improving relationships and increasing trust between police and gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex people.

Gay and Lesbian Advisory Unit has recently run a four-day GLLO training course in June for prospective Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officers (GLLOs).

This has enabled us to double the number of members holding the GLLO portfolio across the state. The GLLO course has been developed in conjunction with La Trobe University and is conducted in partnership with various peek bodies within the GLBTI community.

So how can Victoria Police GLLOs assist you?

There are now GLLOs at various police stations throughout the state, including rural and metropolitan areas.

Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officers are specially trained in GLBTI issues. They have knowledge of GLBTI communities and are sensitive to the issues each community faces in the following areas such as: